New York (state)
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
New York is a state in the northeastern United States known for its diverse geography ranging from the Atlantic coast to the Great Lakes. It was one of the original Thirteen Colonies and was formerly the Dutch colony of New Netherland. The state capital is Albany, while New York City is its largest hub.
Statistics
Area
141,300.00 km²
Population
20,201,249